This has been a very exciting week for us Democrats, and hopefully for everyone in the country. It was an emotional Tuesday night watching the election returns and then the celebration in Grant Park in Chicago. The Obamas and Bidens looked great up there on the dais and the acceptance speech was both grave, given the times, and inspirational. I've read the text a couple of times so I can remember it. Just think four years of someone who can deliver a great speech, is brilliant, reflective, and seeks the advice of those who know more than him. Not a hunch decision maker. Hallelujah.
It's amazing how the anti-Obamaites have changed their tune and want to get on the band wagon. But I say, come on and join us. I'm really hoping for a new way in this new day.
The days leading up to the inauguration are going to be interesting. I'm interested in the personal side of things--the move to Washington for the families, the changing of the climate in DC to more Democratic friendly terms, etc. I'm tired of the politics and ready for some of the fluff.
With a son and a brother job seeking, I'm hoping for a turn-around soon, but fear it's not coming soon enough. So, pray fat prayers for people to be able to find work, get back on their feet and not suffer a depression era lifestyle.
Oh, and the Sarah Palin thing--people usually show us who they are. We just have to learn to believe what we see--look beyond what is said. And, I taught seventh grade geography--haven't seen a seventh-grader yet who doesn't know the countries of North America and that Africa is a continent. She showed us during the campaign that she is not informed about the basics--now we know for sure. Sarah, go back to school, learn lots of things including good speech patterns, then think about some other job in politics. Just don't wander too far from Alaska.
So, Whoohoo! It's been a great week, exciting and thrilling. That's the way it is, see y'all.